Linux adopts Windows mechanisms to boost gaming performance

The Linux operating system continues to evolve into a full-fledged gaming ecosystem. To this end, developers have begun porting certain Windows mechanisms directly into the Linux kernel. A key part of this is the introduction of the NTSYNC driver, which is enabled by default on Steam Deck devices. This is reported by Ixbt.com .

Previously, compatibility layers like Wine and Proton were used to run Windows games on Linux. NTSYNC technology implements the synchronization processes required by games at the kernel level. This significantly increases efficiency in executing parallel tasks such as physics calculations, audio, and artificial intelligence in games.

The new solution ensures that games perform as they do on Windows. Although initial tests showed a sharp increase in FPS, experts emphasize that the main achievement is stability rather than raw performance. NTSYNC eliminates random freezes and system errors, making the gaming experience much smoother.

The main driving force behind these changes is Valve. The success of the Steam Deck platform and the end of support for Windows 10 are increasing Linux's share of the gaming market. Currently, Linux is evolving not just as an environment for adapting Windows applications, but as an independent gaming platform.